Daxiang District, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province — the core area of the ancient Baoqing City, integrating ancient city style, red culture and urban leisure. It boasts distinctive scenic spots such as Baoqing Ancient City Wall, Cai E's Former Residence and Weiyuan Square. Experience the diverse customs of "millennium-old city wall + martyr's footprints + modern style" in 2 days.
Explore Ancient City, Cherish Martyrs' Memories, Enjoy Square Scenery, Walk Along the River
Walk along the Baoqing Ancient City Wall in the morning to explore the historical marks of the millennium-old city; visit Cai E's Former Residence in the afternoon to cherish the memory of the hero's deeds of the National Protection General and inherit the patriotic spirit.
Visit Weiyuan Square in the morning to experience the cultural heritage of modern thinkers; stroll around Songpo Park in the afternoon to cherish the memory of martyrs' great achievements, then enjoy the Shaoshui Scenic Belt and appreciate the river view at night.
A classic traditional food in Daxiang District, made with pig blood, pork and tofu as the main raw materials, mixed into balls and smoked. The finished product is black in color, firm in taste and rich in flavor. It is one of the necessary cured meats for Shaoyang people during the Spring Festival. It can be steamed or fried with unique flavor.
The most representative street snack in Daxiang District, mainly made of rice noodles made from high-quality rice, served with soup base boiled from pork bones or beef bones, added with beef, mixed sauce, tofu and other toppings, supplemented with chopped green onion, chili and other seasonings. It is smooth and delicious, spicy and appetizing, and the first choice for local people's breakfast.
A traditional specialty snack in Daxiang District, made of glutinous rice flour, filled with brown sugar or sesame filling, made into round shape and fried until golden. It is crispy outside and soft inside, sweet but not greasy, and fragrant when eaten hot. It is a popular food common in streets and alleys.
Although originating from Wugang, it is a characteristic food widely spread in Daxiang District. It uses tofu, pig ears, duck wings and other ingredients, braised with dozens of spices. The finished product is bright red in color, rich in braised flavor and mellow in taste. It is a good side dish for meals and wine, and also a special gift for relatives and friends.